Director of Enterprise Technology Enablement

About This Role

Director of Enterprise Technology Enablement

South Pittsburg, TN (hybrid)

About Lodge Cast Iron

We got our start over 125 years ago when Joseph Lodge founded the Blacklock Foundry in South Pittsburg, TN. His scrappy, hardworking spirit continues to lead us today. As a team, we believe cast iron is for everyone. We’re dedicated to manufacturing American-made cookware that we’re proud to use in our very own homes and excited to bring to kitchens, backyards, and campfires around the world. Day in and day out, we work together to stay safe, have fun, and be better than we were the day before.

What fires us up? By now, you may have caught on to the fact that we’re serious about spreading the joys of cast iron. And while we’re always on the lookout for ways to innovate, we believe in the adage: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. That’s why we stand by a simple recipe of just iron and oil (no forever chemicals, since forever!). It’s also why we’re passionate about keeping our campus in our hometown of South Pittsburg, Tennessee, providing great jobs to our community. As we bring our cookware to the next generation of cast iron chefs, we’re looking for people to help us stay true to our roots every step of the way. Does that sound like something you can get behind?

A Day in the Life The Director of Enterprise Technology Enablement is responsible for enterprise architecture, systems integration, and digital transformation at Lodge. This role designs and leads the future-state technology ecosystem - connecting commerce, ERP, data, and operational systems to enable scalable growth, data-driven decision-making, and AI-enabled workflows. This role serves as the enterprise authority on technology architecture and systems integration decisions.The Director reports to the Vice President of Finance and Administration and acts as a senior business partner to Finance, Supply Chain, Foundry Operations, Retail, Marketing, and People & Culture, ensuring technology capabilities are aligned to enterprise strategy and execution. A critical mandate of this role is preparing Lodge, across people, processes, data, and applications—for major system transformations and digital capabilities over the next 3-5 years (e.g., Commerce, HCM, ERP).

While accountable for overall IT outcomes, day-to-day infrastructure, cybersecurity, and help desk operations are led by an IT Services Manager, allowing this role to focus on architecture, integration, enablement and forward-looking transformation.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture and Systems Integration

• Define and own Lodge’s enterprise architecture strategy, including system roles, data domains, integration standards.
• Establish and lead a systems integration (SI) strategy, including APIs, middleware, data synchronization, governance, and vendor coordination.
• Lead complex, cross-functional technology initiatives (e.g., Shopify POS, Human Capital Management platforms, and digital personalization capabilities), working with internal teams and external partners to design how customer, employee, order, payment, fulfillment, and shipping data flows across Lodge systems.
• Architect and enable new digital capabilities such as personalized cookware experiences (e.g., custom skillet upload, configuration, and ordering), ensuring seamless integration across commerce, manufacturing, fulfillment, and customer data platforms.
• Ensure consistent, reliable, and scalable data movement across commerce, ERP, CRM, finance, supply chain, and operational platforms.
• Serve as the primary technology partner in evaluating, selecting, sequencing, and implementing major enterprise platforms.
• Develop and execute a 3–5 year technology enablement roadmap aligned with Lodge’s strategic plan and growth priorities.

ERP and Enterprise Transformation Readiness

• Lead enterprise readiness for major system implementations (e.g., ERP) within a 3–5 year horizon.
• Prepare the organization across people, process, data, and applications to reduce risk and improve adoption.
• Partner with functional leaders to define transformation roadmaps, sequencing, and change management approach.
• Apply lessons learned from prior ERP or large-scale system implementations to inform strategy and execution.
• Support modernization of legacy processes and applications to ensure the enterprise is prepared for future-state platforms.

AI Strategy and Ownership

• Own Lodge’s enterprise AI strategy, prioritization, and governance, ensuring AI initiatives are aligned to business strategy and deliver measurable value.
• Define where and how AI should be applied across operations, finance, supply chain, customer experience, and manufacturing — distinguishing experimentation from enterprise-scale deployment.
• Establish decision frameworks, guardrails, and success criteria for AI use cases, including ethical use, data readiness, and organizational impact.
• Serve as the executive point of accountability for AI-related technology decisions, investments, and sequencing across the enterprise.

Digital Transformation and Enablement

• Lead execution of digital transformation initiatives that integrate automation, data, and AI into business processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and decision quality.
• Partner with the Data & Analytics team to develop predictive analytics and advanced insights that support planning, forecasting, and execution.
• Evaluate and pilot emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, robotics, digital twins) for applicability within manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial operations.
• Champion a data-driven culture, driving adoption of digital tools that improve visibility, speed of decision-making, and accountability.
• Enable digital customer and employee experiences that differentiate Lodge in the market, including capabilities that connect personalization, commerce, operations, and data.

Foundry and Manufacturing Modernization

• Partner with Foundry Operations, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement to apply data science, automation, and process monitoring that reduce scrap, improve yield, and enhance metallurgical precision.
• Translate complex manufacturing data into actionable intelligence to optimize equipment performance, production consistency, and cost efficiency.
• Support technology integration within safety, quality, and throughput objectives across foundry and production lines.

Leadership and Team Development

• Provide strategic direction and mentorship for IT, Applications, and Infrastructure teams, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Position IT as a proactive business enabler and trusted business partner across the enterprise.
• Coach and develop high-potential employees for future leadership roles.
• Communicate clear priorities, expectations, and success measures aligned with enterprise goals.

Performance Measures

• Successful delivery of enterprise systems integration initiatives (e.g., Shopify POS, HCM, enterprise platforms, and future-state readiness).
• Development and execution of the technology enablement roadmap aligned to business priorities and Board milestones.
• Delivery of AI and analytics use cases that improve forecasting accuracy, productivity, or customer outcomes.
• Measurable ROI on technology modernization and enablement investments.
• Increased cross-functional visibility through integration across ERP, MES, CRM, commerce, and analytics platforms.
• High engagement and retention within IT and technology-enabled teams.
• Demonstrated reduction in scrap, downtime, or rework through automation and data-driven initiatives.
• Improved system reliability, cybersecurity posture, and end-user satisfaction.

Basic Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or Business; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive IT, digital transformation, or technology leadership experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• 5+ years in a senior management role leading multi-disciplinary IT or digital teams.

Summary of Necessary Knowledge, Experience and Skills

• Proven success leading enterprise architecture, systems integration, or technology enablement initiatives that delivered measurable business impact.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate ERP, MES, CRM, commerce, and analytics platforms to enable end-to-end visibility from foundry to customer.
• Strong understanding of AI, Industry 4.0, data architecture, and integration patterns.
• Experience preparing organizations for large-scale system transformations (e.g., ERP).
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure and cybersecurity management (direct hands-on experience preferred but not required).
• Excellent project management, communication, and change leadership skills.
• Strategic, systems-oriented thinker able to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business outcomes.

Employee Benefits and Perks

· Competitive Pay · Generous PTO · Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life, and Short-Term Disability) · On-Site Clinic and Fitness Center · 401K Match and Deferred Profit-Sharing Program · Quarterly Profit Sharing · Employee Assistance Program · Scholarship Opportunity and Tuition Reimbursement · Employee Discount at Lodge Factory Store and Big Bad Breakfast · Safety, Holiday, and Celebration Events

Equal Opportunity Employer Lodge Manufacturing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).